1940s: I supported my wife and sister-in-law by hunting.

At this moment, Kui Zi was boiling water in the outer room, preparing to serve Chen Gaoshan a foot bath.

She didn't sit on a stool, but instead knelt upright on the blue brick floor in front of the stove, just like always.

Today really scared this young woman; her heart is still pounding.

Whenever I have free time, my mind starts wandering back to things from the past.

This reminded her of many things from the past, and she could only hide behind her mother.

She heard everything her father and Gao Shanjun said in the room.

She knew in her heart that there was no way that she would get pregnant after just one sexual encounter; it wasn't that easy.

She was adamant that her life was given to her by her mother, and that her mother's only wish in this life was to hold her grandson. So she would obediently listen to her mother's wishes, give birth to the child, and fulfill her mother's desire.

I had just finished dinner and was warming myself by the fire in the stove pit. My whole body was warm and cozy, and I didn't feel cold at all.

When it gets warm, people become lazy, and their eyelids feel so heavy that they can't even lift them.

She leaned gently against the earthen wall, her head nodding, almost curling up on the ground to fall asleep.

Just then, the wooden door outside creaked open.

Kui Zi instantly perked up, opened her eyes, and quickly turned around while still kneeling.

Standing at the door was Chen Gaoshan, one hand lifting the curtain as he stood there.

Kui Zi secretly glanced at him, completely stunned.

In the pioneering group, she had never seen such a tall and strong man in her life.

Most of the men in the village were thin and small, and they couldn't compare to Gao Shanjun at all.

She paused for two seconds, then immediately came to her senses and, very politely, bowed to her husband.

"Takayama-kun, you're back. The water's ready. Time to wash your feet."

Chen Gaoshan looked down at his young wife at his feet.

The child knelt obediently on the ground, his two little hands folded together and placed on his lower abdomen, his head hanging low, looking completely submissive.

He couldn't help but secretly rejoice.

Isn't this exactly the same as the "Home Tutor" series he watched? They both kneel on the ground as soon as they enter the door, and their personalities are really docile, and they're so small.

It's not about the steamed buns, it's about pride. Now that life is stable and we can eat steamed buns, we have to maintain our dignity and composure.

To be honest, given his situation, he truly deserves to be listed among those who have brought glory to the country.

The moment the thought popped into their heads, the men's desires immediately arose, and they felt a strong urge to act.

Chen Gaoshan took two steps forward.

"Raise your head."

Hearing this, Kui Zi slowly raised her head.

This glance made Chen Gaoshan quite excited.

Her face was fair and clean, and her skin was very tender; it must feel soft to the touch.

Her eyes were watery and shining, and she just stared at him.

Their eyes seemed to speak volumes, as if they were saying, "Come on, come on quickly."

Chen Gaoshan felt a strange sense of comfort, a feeling of joy that was inexplicably present.

It's like being an emperor in ancient times, favoring his concubines, having his subordinates obey him, and having his young wife kneeling at his door waiting for him—that feeling was truly exhilarating.

That's how people are; when they're hungry, all they can think about is eating.

Once your stomach is full, your body is warm, and you have some free time, all sorts of random thoughts and ideas start popping up all at once.

At this moment, Chen Gaoshan's anger surged, and he wanted to teach this soft-hearted little girl a lesson, to beat her to a pulp, to straighten her mind, to make her completely rooted here, and to recognize only his Chen Gaoshan as her root from the bottom of her heart.

It instilled in her mind the patriotic genes of Chinese men.

He raised his hand and grabbed Kui Zi's chin.

People from the dog-dog era, regardless of gender, are naturally drawn to strength; they submit to whoever is more powerful.

Kui Zi just knelt there, her chin held in his grip, but she didn't feel any resistance at all.

Not only did I not feel ashamed or wronged, but my heart was pounding wildly.

It wasn't springtime yet, and the wind was chilly outside, but her heart was warm, like a garden full of blooming flowers.

She guessed that this must be what Konjac was referring to as being moved.

I'm willing to kneel at Takayama-kun's feet.

She secretly thought to herself, "Gaoshan-kun has such a large frame and such a robust physique, his bloodline must be quite good."

Their future children will definitely grow to be just as tall and big.

They are no longer the small, thin girls they used to be.

Chen Gaoshan stared at her docile appearance and released his grip on her chin.

"Get up, stop kneeling. Don't do this again. Remember, if Eighth Master Hui comes over and sees you're a nobody, he'll be the first to make you pay. If something happens to you, I'll be implicated and suffer the same fate."

Kui Zi obediently responded.

"Hi."

This response made Chen Gaoshan frown.

He reached out and grabbed her arm, forcefully pulling the kneeling person up, and then slapped her hard on the buttocks.

Even through thick cotton pants, the noise was quite loud.

"How many times have I told you? You never learn! Don't you dare say that word again! I'm only hitting you through your pants today; if you talk nonsense again, I'll pull your pants down and give you a real beating!"

After saying that, he simply bent down, hoisted the person onto his shoulder with one hand, and walked into the inner room.

Kui Zi was being carried around, bouncing along, but she didn't dare to struggle and responded softly in a low voice.

"Yes, Mr. Takayama."

"Change your address to Shanzi."

"Yes, Shanzi."

Hearing her obediently change her address, Chen Gaoshan felt much more at ease and put her on the kang table as soon as he entered the room.

He then reached out and hugged her waist tightly, cupped the back of her head, and leaned down to kiss her.

Kui Zi was so stunned by the kiss that her head spun, her body went limp, and she couldn't even stand up. She leaned against him.

Even when my head is spinning, I still keep the rules firmly in mind.

Her mother taught her from a young age that she must be clean and tidy before going to bed, and that personal hygiene is a good habit. She also said that she must wash up before doing anything and not be dirty.

Fortunately, it didn't take long before Takayama-kun let go of her.

Kui Zi was panting heavily, her face flushed.

"I'll go fetch water and wash myself clean."

Chen Gaoshan nodded and sat calmly on the kang (a heated brick bed) waiting for her.

Watching her deftly bring him water and carefully help him wash up, even scrubbing between his toes, I had nothing to say about her service.

Enjoy your work.

Only then did Kui Zi start washing herself.

After the two of them had finished cleaning up, Kui Zi quickly climbed onto the kang (a heated brick bed) and spread out the bedding.

A set of bedding and two pillows were placed side by side.

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Serving her husband was what she, as the woman of Prince Takayama, was supposed to do.

Uh uh uh, with its neck bent towards the sky, it sings; its white feathers float on the green water; and its red palms thrash about.

What a beautiful poem!

At this moment, silence speaks volumes.

Both of them were panting, but Kui Zi was more composed than the first time, especially since she had rested for a day yesterday and both of them were in full energy.

Kui Zi casually took the bellyband and wiped the sweat from his forehead.